2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |